Study Abroad: France Introduces 5-Year Schengen Visa for Indian Alumni in New Education Initiative

France is set to offer a 5-year Schengen circulation visa for Indian Alumini. The aim is to welcome 30,0000 students from India by 2030. It will foster academic excellence, boosts cultural links and enhance long friendship between nations. 

Furthermore, Indian students holding a Master’s degree or above and having spent at least a semester studying in France are eligible to apply for the visa programme. 

The French Embassy believes Indian students studying in France create a connection which is ought to be cherished and fostered. The program is a new initiative launched after the visit of PM Modi’s visit to France last month. 

The speciality of the programme for Indian students is to keep them close to France and their French mates. However, France has always been an inclusive and diverse country for Indian students.  The country offers Indian students with world-class education opportunities

Upcoming ‘Choose France Tour 2023’

The “Choose France Tour 2023” is being organised to offer opportunities to Indian students and their families for interaction. There will be more than 40 representatives of French higher education institutions present at the fair. 

The fair is being held in four major Indian cities. Firstly in Chennai on 8th October, secondly in Calcutta on 11th October, Delhi on 13th October and Mumbai on 15th October. 

More About the 5-Year Schengen Visa Program for Indian Alumni

As per the French embassy, the program offers comprehensive training in the French language. The teams of both nations are working to implement the decisions taken by French President Emmanuel and PM Modi to benefit students. 

Moreover, the specialised programme will provide comprehensive training. This will include other academic disciplines helping Indian students to excel in their studies. The decision is being implemented to make Indian student’s life easier in France. 

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